9 Scams Travel to Thailand, how to avoid and enjoy your trip to Thailand

Tourist scams to avoid in Thailand from local
To help you prepare your trip to Thailand better, you need to know how scammer works.
Tourist Scams in Thailand such as
Taxi scam / Tuk Tuk scam / closing scam / Jet ski scam / Nightlife scam / ETC.
I will expose and share the insight story with you.
Know your way around Thailand a little more from local perspective.
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[@ameralgharaballi3516]

You're an honest and a respectable gentleman 🙏 You don't have to be ashamed of telling the truth, scamers exist in every country in the world, bad people come in all colors and ethnicities, sadly. You're doing an amazing job to promote Thailand and Bangkok specifically 👏 keep up the good work

[@cellphonesagas1442]

Thank you! One thing to add about the jet ski scam... they will put temporary paint and when you go off riding, the water will wash away that paint and expose damage. So my personal opinion is to not ride jet ski in Thailand at all.

[@savvasbambos2669]

Wtf😱😱😱 They really do that 🤔🤔 That's real crookie😏

[@janejohnson160]

Thanks ❤

[@biggooseadventures]

13:23 it there

[@tieroneasset678]

Now in patong they are doing the same thing with e-foil rentals

[@natalymartinez3299]

Omg!! 😮that’s terrible

[@pauliepaulie6588]

This guy is awesome & honest that really cares about his country & just wants people to have a good time in his country

[@ellegantbrille]

I used Grab during my stay in Bangkok. I felt safer using the grab application rather than getting in a conventional taxi

[@4kasiavlogs]

Grab is a rip off!

[@topshelfmike]

@@4kasiavlogshow so?

[@quincyontour]

​@@4kasiavlogs what is the better option?

[@friendforu2121]

Bolt any day

[@anniew.4545]

Grab can cost more then taxi..one time Grab quote 130 thb but metered taxi only cost 70+ thb

[@Veronica.A.]

Apart from the scams, I found Thailand very amazing. Thais in general are very welcoming and as a solo woman traveller, I felt very safe.

[@wagasoolore]

As a Thai citizen I feel shameful about these kind of people !!! I think this would be good info for all foreigners that going to Thailand :-)

[@michaelmaier5961]

As a Thailand Loving Tourist, from Germany, spending so far quite a year in Thailand at around 20 Visits, i want to say that i got only one time scammed a little Bit. So Thai people are way more fair and friendly to tourists than any other country in my opinion. I happily spend some Money in Thailand and i am grateful to be Welcome in your country 🙏

[@ahnphier]

It's not a Thai thing. Scammers, thieves, bad people exist everywhere. there are WAY MORE good people in Thailand than bad people

[@user-ym5km8eq1v]

I’ve been in a taxi in Bangkok that every time he pressed the horn the meter went up 50 baht. When we stopped I reached over and pressed the horn a few times. I told him I’m calling the police and only paid for half the meter cost.

[@Noktackey1]

Wow! Good to know, never had a clue about this before....thank you !

[@Ravy.G]

Good tip 💡

[@tmnta]

My friends and I had been scammed by a taxi driver and his gang at the Damnoen Saduak floating market. We were charged 2000 Baht per person for the boat ride and the boat driver keep stopping at every shop along the way and make complaint to his friend when we didn't buy anything during the boat trip. We even had to push him to send us back to the boat station after we knew that we had been scammed. On the way back, I complaint to the Taxi driver but he act stupid saying he didn't know them.

[@thetradernextdoor]

It still exist. Today they tried to fool me too

[@mizzy115]

Yup same thing happened to me

[@eithneoconnor221]

I am delighted to see an honest video from a Thai gentleman. I ❤️Thailand and it’s people but, yes, you have got to be aware of scams, constantly. There is good and bad everywhere. First visit to Thailand I fell for the TukTuk scam, I have been back many times but have never fallen for a scam since. I love the country so much that I am moving to Bangkok in 2024. 🇮🇪

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

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[@lutherratashak2395]

Been to the grand palace twice, both times, folks outside said “there is a monk ceremony and it’s closed until noon, but will take me all over”. Seemed like a good deal. However when my thia wife showed up, they just walk away. Second time I had a whole group with me, and wife showed up 8 mins later, I could see there disappointment. The tour guide I got was amazing though right outside the gate.

[@saadalharbi5513]

Some of my friends had experienced some of those scams, this video is really helpful, thank you so much friend

[@flynnstravelvideos]

Seems we were quite lucky when we took a taxi to our hotel in Bangkok. I approached a Taxi and asked how much it is to our hotel. We then agreed on a price and he drove us there (he first stopped at the wrong place, as he mistook the hotel for another one, but then still drove us to our hotel and only asked for the price we agreed on), but other than that we just took the BTS skytrain 😁 thanks for this interesting video, it's definitely good to know what to watch out for

[@tbadj649]

Thank you for your channel. You should feel good about the content you produce; because in addition to helping tourists, you are also helping the Thai economy (by preventing negative tourist experiences). Keep up the great videos!

[@cocoaswann2095]

Thank you for this video, Friend! It's not a pleasant topic, but it's very useful for us, as American tourists. It's unfortunate, but I think one of the problems is that too many folks shut off their "common sense" when travelling abroad for vacation.

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

Enjoy you time in thailand 🇹🇭, don’t forget to check out others VDO as well

[@Antares2]

Being jet-lagged, maybe drunk and overwhelmed by new experiences will always make people less aware.

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[@robd5886]

Thanks for the advice. Got taken 'for a ride' by a taxi driver once when I asked him to take me to the Hard Rock Cafe. He drove me around for over an hour and when I complained, he said he didn't know where it was. I just got out of the taxi and gave him the $800 that was on the meter. Really left a bad taste in my mouth and never use taxis in any country if I can avoid it.

[@anme7976]

Thanks for your video friend, I should have seen this video in 2015 :D . I visited Thailand in 2015, and I met with a Tuk Tuk scammer when I went to Grand Palace. He charged me about 500 Bahts from Pratunam market to Grand Palace but he dropped me off before Grand Palace and asked me about another 100 bahts to take me in front of the entrance. I was scared of him and traveled alone to Thailand. That's why I decided to drop and apologize him that I didn't have enough money and to take 45bahts instead of 100bahts. Then I took a taxi when I back to Hotel, the taxi driver charged me only 200 bahts. That Tuk Tuk was a bad experience for me in Thailand. But some people are so kind and helped me a lot in my visit.

[@TB5749]

Me and my friend got into the palace scam about 10 year ago when travel to bangkok. Exactly what you said! Thank you for sharing the tips allow more tourist to be aware 🙏

[@zer0plastica]

Taxi drivers are always the worst scammers all over the globe, not only in Thailand!! 😆 No worries! 😉 Thanks for your super useful tips!! 🙏🏻

[@wrkings]

Thx mate, again Sean, great info, cheers

[@CaitieandIsaac]

Just arrived in Bangkok today! Thank you and will be as aware as possible to avoid certain things!

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

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[@travelvibesWithRussellAustin]

How are you liking it!?! Think I may visit next year!!

[@massimobee588]

Thank you for your honest advise.

[@kodimolly6082]

Very useful information, great sharing! ^^

[@Lutz-K]

Good Information ! Thank you mate 🙏

[@tonyyap8530]

Worth watching. Very informative. Thank you, Mr Chon 😊

[@LAOTHAIASEANINFINANCETRAVEL]

Thanks for the informative video!

[@Antares2]

Also, let me add my advice that is valid for every place in the world. If you realize you have been scammed or are about to be scammed: Don't get angry and start swinging your fists. It will not solve anything and is guaranteed to get you into a lot of trouble. Not only will the scammers have a bunch of friends nearby, but the police will arrest you as well. Just don't do it. I live life the same way I drive a car: defensively. And it really works.

[@perlitacandia9353]

Thank you for being honest!

[@711Arigna]

Great information and thank you for the help.

[@naungthanttun6726]

Good tips. Thank you.

[@Janalysiert]

Man of honor, hope you stay safe! 👍🏼

[@wanwan1320]

Thank you, Mr. Chon for your tips and advice.

[@lindatan7242]

Shaun, you are very good and kind. Love your video! Hope to see more good videos from you. Stay safe.

[@wewung2]

TQ for people like you. It gives hope to humanity.

[@lwagiman]

thanks for the explanation

[@sarahstiff8682]

Thank you for sharing the information.

[@meandmyself3007]

Thanks for the advices

[@Alex_Gordon]

props to you for also addressing the negative sides of Thailand!

[@wishm..r..1245]

Thankyou very good tips..

[@brian3809]

Thank you for your kindness to share, we as tourist appreciate it a lot. You're a great content creator. Keep it up!

[@natashamaria6971]

I have visited Singapore, Dubai, india and several other places and these are common all over the world. Thank you for being honest and transparent❤ There are hard working people who charge farely for their services and we shouldn't be judging a whole lot of people just based on a few scammers.

[@GCarnell]

Very, very helpful. Thank you, sir.

[@raghuchetana5688]

Good information

[@nuggetrecord5932]

Thank you for this Information 🙏

[@savychin1999]

Thanks so much for the tips. You are a great person to do this content.

[@mayurgor8835]

Thank you.. nice video 👌👌

[@AGviation]

Appreciate your honesty and courage to share this with us. Khob khun krub!

[@philoyoong7898]

It take courage to do this video Chun. I admire you and your efforts!

[@prestonsnoop]

Thanks Chon !

[@umustcthis9412]

Thank you for the information

[@larsalvermo8532]

Thanks for sharing this ❤ 🙏

[@friendforu2121]

Thanks a lot for this awareness brother.. I would recommend people to use BTS and taxi apps like bolt for everyday commute.. BTS is so very well connected.. I have been to BKK so many times and never ever took tuktuk even once..Also that Go Go bar scam is a real stuff happening too often especially if you are alone.. Overall just stay in your senses and enjoy Thailand.. It's my favorite country.. Just love it ❤

[@deliciousgroove]

Great information. I'm planning a trip there soon. Thank you!

[@myrajoy1437]

Thanks for good impormision and thanks for sharing

[@vaibhav3001]

Hi Chon Thank you very much. I saw lot of your videos before my Thailand trip. I just returned back home with a wonder memory. You have been such a saviour. It saved me lot of money and have a safe and successful trip.

[@sunisarodvonghukhan2733]

Very an honest. Keep up a good job.

[@brosdakhun]

Wow , Thank for helpful.

[@jolamos1703]

Excellent work man.

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

Hope it helps, check out others vdo as well

[@sajidtibigar3559]

Thanks for the info. We'll be heading there on March. Quite excited since it's our first time.

[@krudirk1]

Thanks for telling. Keep up the good work. As gentle as you are, a lot of tourists will take your advice travelling to and through Thailand and they get there real experience. More than once, thank you.

[@adriantang5811]

many thanks for your sharing!

[@MantadSarayo]

Thanks bro. Planning to visit your country in June

[@vinzbeans8635]

P'chon, you deserve more than just a simple like, your honesty about the real situation that sometimes happens in bangkok is commendable!Thanks for sharing..

[@user-tl8fq3vi4o]

because of your honest vlog, i did not skip your ads hehe

[@mackysantos9078]

Thank u for that info

[@louishopwood3861]

Very good video, thanks very much!

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

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[@aizielroda1613]

Thank you so much! This is very informative and helpful! 😊 Planning to visit Thailand! Will definitely watch all your videos.

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[@colleengreenthompson6095]

Thank u for your honesty...n being tru to your word ...god bless

[@robertting7124]

Good Information

[@geistlingster]

thank you for this video!

[@paulranasinghe667]

Excellent, shoan, as a citizen you explain it very simple and not harming to, who involving bad things. Very much appreciate your programs. Thank you, hopping to visit in Bangkok early March this year.

[@AdamAdam-qq2ev]

Thank you so much Mr Chon🙏

[@myrajoy1437]

🙏 Thanks for sharing your amazing impormision.

[@virtual30]

Great videos!! Especially that you as a Thai share this video with us. :)

[@williamtan7912]

Never find love in bars and night places. Better in country side or recommend by friends.

[@user-mb7bu6es3j]

Really you have my attention and full respect for warning tourists for the scams problems i feel Happy when i Visit thailand because i love thai culture thank you ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Apex1337]

RESPECT to you Sir, thank you for bringing awareness to the new visitors because nobody likes to be scammed.

[@mounita81]

you are a GR8 person ..thank you so much for this video!

[@rezzanoor1076]

Tqvm for your info 😊

[@sheekingliew5026]

Thank you very much for the information🙏🙏🙏, I am visiting Thailand in January

[@FeelTheLife]

Thank you so much bro your video is very useful for me

[@AryanGupta-pd9ue]

Very good video for tourists🙏

[@gentleman2410]

Very helpful tips. I been scammed many times as a tourist, but not yet in Thailand. Be wary of scamming on tourists.

[@chanushakaushal4300]

Thak you for your guidence 🙏

[@ahsankhan-hu2ct]

Thanks, excellent

[@hirschheisstdermann]

Love your channel! Found it while looking up current rates of tourist SIM-cards :) You give really great advice for newbies to Thailand. I am a foreigner myself, but I have lived, studied and worked quiet some years in Thailand. Sometimes, people in tourist locations still try to scam me. It's actually funny if you start speaking thai to them then. They will stop immediately and sometimes even say that they are sorry. Actually, I even met nome really nice scammers that just try to make a living. Thailand is sometimes even lovely when people try to scam you :)

[@PhelixDavid-sw9dt]

Thanks so much Brother.

[@m.mendez9211]

Thank you for your valuable videos and tips, I've learn a lot from your contents as we prepare for our future trip to Thailand.

[@victoriamakeup1000]

Thankfully to see your channel may God bless you and your families ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

Thank you 🙏 please recommend our channel to friends and family

[@383tag]

Thanks Chon my friend

[@johnbraidwood2081]

Thank you Chon. I'm coming to Thailand for the first time and it is good to know some of the scams that exist. That way I can have a good holiday.

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[@andreakoennecke1485]

Thank you, love your helpful tips

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

You are so welcome!

[@andreakoennecke1485]

It will be my first visit soon, so I am watching as many of your videos. You are amazing 😊

[@Reddylion]

Good video....

[@christeeantony]

Respect Man. Keep up the good work. Thailand is actually a beautiful place but alot of people want to make money in any way and means. Even the foreigner who is living there.

[@phamiltonphoto]

You are so brilliant . Thank you. Coming to Hua Hin next week with my wife.

[@maylinegore2166]

THANKS FOR YOUR VIDEO VERY HELPFUL😽

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

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[@lolangtamad8591]

I am watching your videos its really helpful and very clear. Me and my husband will visit thailand soon and this videos are really helpful. Thank u so much . Subscriber here love your videos

[@StylishSummer]

Thank you so much 🙏❤ for important information Thanks a million for your kindness 🙏❤

[@SouthAfricanontheground]

Thank you Brother, we need you!!!

[@friendsfromthailandtravelguide]

Check out my others video as well , it’s helpful

[@charliehempseed1117]

Thanks❤

[@LeakhenaArt]

Thank you so much for give us advices about avoiding scams in Thailand. I always flight to Thailand. As you said there're good n bad people. I almost got scammed by tuktuk. He tried to recommend me and my mom to jewelry shop, but luckily mom didn't want to go as she wanted to shopping at Central world mall. But there are also good tuktuk drivers. They are so kind n respectful as well.After watched your video, I got good advices and I will be more becareful for my next trip. I really appreciated you so much 🙏